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Hospice wedding a declaration of love in the face of medical challenge

Couple exchanges vows while new wife battles brain cancer

The essence of hospice philosophy sa国际传媒 emphasizing the significance of cherishing every moment and embracing life to the fullest sa国际传媒 was exemplified by the touching and beautiful wedding of Sean Adelberg and Mary Davidson at Campbell Riversa国际传媒檚 Hospice House on Tuesday, April 2.

The two were married in front of family and friends a year after Davidsonsa国际传媒檚 journey with palliative hospice care commenced following two traumatic seizures which unveiled her diagnosis of glioblastoma brain cancer. The path of treatment has been arduous, marked by brain surgery to remove the primary tumor, followed by two months of chemotherapy and radiation in Victoria. Despite the challenges, their love and determination have only grown stronger and the two made the ultimate commitment to each other on April 2.

sa国际传媒淭his journey to the altar accompanies Marysa国际传媒檚 heroic battle with stage 4 Glioblastomasa国际传媒攁n incurable brain cancer. Despite the odds, wesa国际传媒檙e seizing this incredible chance to celebrate our love,sa国际传媒 Adelberg said.

With a sa国际传媒淢ousey Matrimonysa国际传媒 theme and with most in attendance donning grey mouse ears on their heads, Campbell Riversa国际传媒檚 Hospice House turned wedding chapel and the couple said their vows.

sa国际传媒淛oining forces with you, being by your side through every twist and turn has been the most exhilarating honor of my life,sa国际传媒 Adelberg said to Davidson. sa国际传媒淪o our love is our superpower, turning the ordinary into the extraordinary, guiding us to adventures unknown with memories that will outlast time itself.sa国际传媒

Davidson replied with a powerful and touching tribute to Adelberg.

sa国际传媒淵our incredible support through the fight for my life has only deepened the wealth of my love and relationship for you,sa国际传媒 Davidson said. sa国际传媒淪hould there come a day when I cannot tell you how much you mean to me, remember this, I will always reside in the sanctuary of your heart.sa国际传媒

The Campbell River Hospice Society provided support throughout the couplesa国际传媒檚 ordeal, offering clinical counselling, relaxation therapy, and compassionate volunteer care. Their assistance extends to treatment days, providing a comforting presence and ensuring the couple never feels alone.

A number of local businesses and individuals contributed to the ceremony.

sa国际传媒淚t was truly remarkable how the community rallied together to facilitate this wedding,sa国际传媒 said Louise Daviduck, executive director of the Campbell River Hospice Society. Adelbergsa国际传媒檚 appeal for help with the wedding sparked a wave of generosity throughout the community, showcasing Campbell Riversa国际传媒檚 kindness and compassion.



Alistair Taylor

About the Author: Alistair Taylor

I have been editor of the Campbell River Mirror since 1989. Our team takes great pride in serving our community.
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